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Community Funding
Guide 2019
1COMMUNITY FUNDING GUIDE
for Waipa District groups and organisations
Waipa District Council supports community groups through financial assistance, subsidies, rates
relief (to qualifying groups) where those organisations are contributing to the social, cultural
and recreational goals of the Council.
This guide has been compiled to provide information on general funding sources available to
community, not-for-profits, sporting, social services, environmental, arts and leisure groups
and other organisations in the Waipa district; including Council grants and those from other
community funders.
Funding for more specific purposes (such as disability, enterprise initiatives, Maori and Pacific
groups) may not be included in this publication. Check the ‘Useful Information and Websites’
page 25, for other funding agencies details.
Contact funding agencies directly, or check listed websites for a full description of grant
information, closing dates and criteria prior to making application for funding support.
We have endeavoured to ensure that the information in this guide is accurate at the time of
compilation (November 2016).
If you require any guidance or support seeking funds, please contact our Communications and
Engagement Coordinator who can assist you by phone, email or can make an appointment to
meet with you.
Communication and Engagement Coordinator
Waipa District Council
Freephone: 0800 WAIPADC (0800 924 723)
Email: info@waipadc.govt.nz
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CONTENTS
Page
WAIPA DISTRICT COUNCIL FUNDING 3
Community Discretionary Fund
Creative Communities Scheme
District Promotion Fund
Heritage
Waste Minimisation Community Fund
GAMING TRUSTS FUNDING – Waipa district sites 6
GENERAL COMMUNITY FUNDING 9
COGS (Community Organisation Grants Scheme)
D V Bryant Trust
Harcourts Foundation
J R Mackenzie Trust
Fonterra Grass Roots Fund
Grassroots Trust
Lottery Grants Board – various categories
Norah Howell Charitable Trust
Rural Communities Trust
Sargood Bequest
SkyCity Hamilton Community Trust
The Page Trust
The Tindall Foundation
Tindall Rural Community Event Fund
The Working Together More Fund
Transpower Community Care Fund
Trust Waikato
Waipa Networks Sponsorship
OTHER SUPPORT—PRODUCTS/DISCOUNTS 18
BP Vouchers for Volunteers and Sponsorship
New Zealand Post – Community Post
Techsoup New Zealand
ENVIRONMENTAL & HERITAGE PROJECT FUNDING 19
Waikato Community Conservation Fund
Ministry for the Environment
Ron Greenwood Environmental Trust
Waikato Catchment Ecological Enhancement Trust
Heritage Fund
Waste Minimisation Community Fund
FUNDING INFORMATION SERVICE 21
FUNDING – WHERE TO START AND WHAT TO KNOW 22
WHAT INFORMATION DO YOU NEED 26
GETTING IT RIGHT! Council requirements for fundraisers 27
USEFUL WEBSITES AND INFORMATION 29
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WAIPA DISTRICT COUNCIL FUNDING
COMMUNITY DISCRETIONARY FUND
Purpose of Fund:
Waipa District Council’s Cambridge and Te Awamutu Community Boards and Pirongia Ward
Committee (PWC) have discretionary funding to assist local non-profit community
organisations with financial support for good-quality local infrastructure, local public services,
and performance of regulatory functions in a way that is most cost-effective for households
and businesses. The funds will benefit the general objectives of the groups receiving them,
while also benefiting the wider community in general. The boards/committee will decide at the
start of the financial year (1 July) whether to accept applications throughout the year, once a
year, or a combination of both.
How to apply:
Application forms are available from 1 August from both council offices in Te Awamutu and
Cambridge and available to download from the council’s website
www.waipadc.govt.nz/discretionaryfund.
Closing date: In general an annual funding round will close 31 August or last working day of the
month. Note that in some cases, it may be possible for applications for financial assistance
from the community boards to be during the year, however the PWC will only accept
applications during the annual funding round period. For financial assistance requested
during the year, please contact Council for an application form.
Grant limit: Financial assistance allocated generally ranges between $200 - $5,000.
Eligible funding requests will include capital projects with a community benefit, operational
expenses and local community events.
CREATIVE COMMUNITIES SCHEME
Purpose of Fund:
Waipa District Council has a partnership with Creative New Zealand to promote, support and
increase participation in community arts and cultural activities in the Waipa District. Any
group, organisation or individual can apply (although grants are not for personal gain).
How to apply:
Complete the funding application form on the website
www.waipadc.govt.nz/creativecommunities
Funding rounds are advertised in the local community papers. Application forms are available
from mid-March for the April grants round, and mid-August for the September grants round.
Closing dates: There are two funding rounds each year. Both rounds are open for applications
for one month.
Grant limit: Range on average between $200-$2,000 depending on project assessment.
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DISTRICT PROMOTION FUND
Purpose of Fund:
Sponsorship funding is available annually for events based in the Waipa District. Successful
applicants are likely to be large, public scale events with national or international interest, and
medium sized public events that have a strong regional focus. Successful applicants will be
required to demonstrate compliance with a number of ‘eligibility criteria’ and supply a
post-event report.
How to apply:
Application forms will be available on www.waipadc.govt.nz/funding from mid-June, or can be
collected from Te Awamutu and Cambridge Council offices. If you would like an application
contact council’s Event and Marketing Advisor phone (07) 872 0483 or email
events@waipadc.govt.nz
Any event queries contact:
Event and Marketing Advisor, Waipa District Council
Private Bag 2402,
Te Awamutu
Ph: 0800 924 723
Email: events@waipadc.govt.nz
All community, events and arts based funding queries are to be directed too
Communication and Engagement Coordinator
Ph: 0800 924 723
Email: info@waipadc.govt.nz
HERITAGE FUND
The Heritage Fund is designed to assist with the preservation and enhancement of our unique
environmental, cultural, and historical heritage in the Waipa District. The Waipa District Council
fund is available to community members or groups working to safeguard our district’s rich and
diverse heritage.
The funding can be used to assist with physical works for heritage buildings, objects, natural
vegetation, habitats, cultural or archaeological sites. The funds may also be used to assist with
obtaining specialist advice where appropriate.
Closing date: Application closing dates are 30 June and 30 December each year.
For detailed information about the fund and to download an application form, see Waipa
District Council’s website www.waipadc.govt.nz/heritagefund or collect from council’s offices.
Contact:
Waipa District Council
Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840
Ph: 0800 924 723
Email: info@waipadc.govt.nz
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WASTE MINIMISATON COMMUNITY FUND
Waipa District Council has funding available for projects to recover waste by means of new and
innovative projects focused on priority areas including organic and commercial waste, resource
recovery initiatives, and data collection and auditing. Waste disposal or clean-ups are not
eligible. Applications are invited from community groups, schools, early childhood centres,
Iwi/Maori or local businesses. Grants are capped at $10,000, although there is some discretion,
to consider larger projects. Projects applied for must benefit the Waipa district.
Opening/Closing date: This fund is open all year round. Application forms are available to
download from council’s website www.waipadc.govt.nz/communityfunding or collect from
council offices.
Contact:
Waipa District Council
Ph: 0800 924 723
Email: info@waipadc.govt.nz
All Waipa District Council funding rounds have hard copies of the application forms available
from Council offices.
Te Awamutu Cambridge Service Centre
101 Bank Street 23 Wilson Street , Cambridge
GENERAL COMMUNITY FUNDING
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GAMING TRUSTS FUNDING
GAMING MACHINE GRANTS
Gaming Machine Grants are a significant source of funding for community, sports, leisure and
recreational groups. Your group must be a non-profit organisation that provides benefits to
your community.
Premises such as hotels, taverns and chartered clubs are members of different charitable trusts
and foundations, who are required by law to donate a percent of the gaming machine proceeds
to community groups and organisations. There are strict laws governing what funds can be
provided for and what information must be provided by the applicant.
LIST OF ALL GAMING SITES IN WAIPA DISTRICT
To check on what purposes gaming trusts will provide funding for, go to the website
www.dia.govt.nz. Go to People, Communities & Business section. Click on ‘gambling’, select link
at bottom of page – ‘funding for community groups’, then follow the area selection tool. A list
of gaming trusts in our region is shown. Full criteria and application forms for each gaming trust
are available from their own websites (see next page for details).
How your group can access gaming machine funds:
As a first step check on the gaming trust’s website as all the information including
application forms and criteria are available. Alternatively pick up an application form
from your local hotel, bar or tavern.
Return the form to the trust’s address; do not return your application to the site where
you collected the form.
If all the requested information has been provided to the Trust you should hear within a
month to six weeks of your application being received, depending on their allocation
meeting date.
Hints when applying for gaming machine funds:
Be prepared if you think you intend to seek gaming trust funding support. Many trusts
will want to see your intention to seek funding as a ‘motion’ in your group’s minutes of
meetings, and you will be asked to supply a copy of these with the application. It’s
easier to ensure this intention is recorded before you start applying, rather than later.
Always advise, if requested, of other gaming trusts you are approaching for funding.
The trusts share information and may confer to decide who best can assist you.
It’s important your application is clear, complete and accurate – the trusts receive many
more applications than they can fund. Don’t have your application declined because of
poorly presented or incomplete information.
Only one application per trust can be submitted at each monthly funding round, and
often only a certain number of times per calendar year. However you can apply to
several trusts at the same time for the same purpose.
All gaming trusts accept applications for funding at any time of the year.
AS GAMING TRUST SITES CAN CHANGE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, PLEASE CHECK AT
MACHINE SITES OR THE GAMING TRUST WEBSITE FOR CONFIRMATION
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GAMING TRUSTS: WAIPA GAMING MACHINE SITES:
Pub Charity Masonic Hotel - Cambridge
Freepost 956
P O Box 27-009
Marion Square, Wellington 6141
Ph: 0800 426 464
Email: enquiries@pubcharitylimited.org.nz
www.pubcharity.org.nz
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Grassroots Trust 5 Stags – Leamington
P O Box 9019 Joy’s Place – Te Awamutu
Waikato Mail Centre, Hamilton 3240
Ph: 0800 957 960
Email: info@grassrootstrust.co.nz
www.grassrootstrust.co.nz
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Trillian Trust Inc. The Clubhouse Sports Bar – Cambridge Raceway
P O Box 12245 Group One Turf Bar – Cambridge
Penrose Prince Albert Tavern– Cambridge
Auckland 1642 Star Tavern – Kihikihi
Ph: (09) 579 1428
Email: info@trillian.co.nz
www.trillian.co.nz
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Southern Trust
P O Box 858
Dunedin 9001
Ph: 0800 42 42 74
Email: info@southerntrust.org.nz
www.southerntrust.org.nz
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Waipa Working Men's Club
Own their machines on site.
Apply directly to them.
Restricted funding.
139 Albert Park Drive
Te Awamutu
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Te Awamutu & District Memorial RSA
Own their machines on site.
Apply directly to them.
P O Box 101
Te Awamutu
Ph: (07) 871 7773
______________________________________________________________________________
Cosmopolitan Club - Cambridge
Own their machines on site.
Apply directly to them.
Restricted funding.
88 Burns Street
Cambridge
Ph: (07) 827 7006
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New Zealand Racing Board TAB Cambridge
PO Box 38899, TAB Te Awamutu
Wellington Mail Centre, Lower Hutt
Ph: 07 838 8800
Email: info@southerntrust.org.nz
www.nzracingboard.co.nz/grant-information-dates
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Youthtown Inc. The Frankin Sports bar – Te Awamutu
PO Box 5899
Wellesley Street
Auckland Central, Auckland
Ph: 0800 004 566
Email: info@youthtown.org.nz
www.youthtown.org.nz
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COGS FUNDING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP
In future, people requesting grants will do this through a new online system. The online system
will replace Grants Online (GOL) and most of the other application forms for new requests to
Lottery Grants Board, Trust or Crown funded schemes. The first funding scheme to go live will
be Lottery Community. Requests for grants from other funds will be made using the new
system as those funds open for applications during 2014/2015.
Purpose of Fund:
COGS provides grants to non-profit community organisations delivering community-based
social services. COGS grants support organisation running costs, projects and events.
There are 37 COGS local distribution committees, making grant decisions based on locally
determined outcomes. The people serving on COGS committees are elected volunteers.
How to apply:
You can register your group and apply on-line: www.communitymatters.govt.nz
For assistance or to request a paper application form by mail, phone 0800 824 824.
Community Development Group
Department of Internal Affairs
Level 2 / 410 Victoria Street
P O Box 19 230
Hamilton 3244 Ph: 0800 22 51 51
D V BRYANT TRUST
Purpose of Fund:
The Trust's current strategic focus is grants to support work which benefits children, youth and
education. The project must benefit the community as a whole. Does not fund sport and art.
Closing Dates:
Decisions made at bi-monthly meetings of the Board.
Friday 20th January
Friday 24th March
Friday 19th May
Friday 21st July
Friday 22nd September
Friday 24th November
How to Apply:
There is no application form as the Trust believes applicants can best express their needs in
their own specific manner. See website for a copy of the Board’s guidelines for grant proposals.
P O Box 19 318
Hamilton 3244
Ph: (07) 838 0522
Email: admin@bryanttrust.co.nz
www.bryanttrust.co.nz
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HARCOURTS FOUNDATION
Grants for a specific event, project, item or initiative that benefit as many people as possible.
Needs to occur within 4 months of decision meeting date. Will only accept applications from
towns that have a Harcourts office (includes Te Awamutu and Cambridge).
Grant rounds: Four rounds per year – Rounds closing 30 January, 24 April, 24 July & 23
October. Applications received after closing date will be considered in the next funding
period.
How to apply:
Application form available online.
The Harcourts Foundation
PO Box 151
Wellington
Email: newzealand@harcourtsfoundation.org
harcourtsfoundation.org/new-zealand/application-process
J R MCKENZIE TRUST
Purpose of Fund:
This fund gives grants for organisations working with disadvantaged children and their families,
and Maori development. Check their website for more information and exclusions.
Closing Dates:
Two funding rounds a year. Only one application is allowed per calendar year. There is a
two-stage process to their application for a grant, see website for more information.
How to apply:
Application preferred online, or request an application form from:
Iain Hines or Alison Glen
J R McKenzie Trust
P O Box 10 006, Wellington, 6143
Ph: (04) 472 8876 Email: info@mckenzie.org.nz
www.jrmckenzie.org.nz
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FONTERRA GRASS ROOTS FUND
Purpose of fund:
Through the fund we aim to sustain healthy, vibrant communities by sponsoring ideas, projects
and initiatives that make a real impact.
The fund opens doors for a wide range of community projects with grants of between $500 and
$5000. To be considered for support, your initiative or activity must fit within the categories
and criteria outlined below.
Bringing Communities Together
Caring for our environment
Making our Communities Safer
Closing date: 31 March 2017
How to apply:
Application form online.
Email: fonterragrassroots@fonterra.com
www.facebook.com/pg/FonterraGrassRoots
GRASSROOTS TRUST (differs from the Fonterra Grass Roots Fund above)
Purpose of fund:
Grassroots Trust Limited was established in 2011 to support sport, education and community
sectors.
It’s our intention to grow the funds available and to contribute funding across the sport,
education and community sectors.
Closing date: Visit the website.
Ph: 0800 957 960
Email: info@grassrootstrust.co.nz
www.grassrootstrust.co.nz/grants/how-to-apply
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LOTTERY GRANTS BOARD - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS
The administration of local community lottery grants is undertaken by the regional Community
Development Group offices. The Board distributes funding for grants in the following areas:
Lottery Community – Regional and National Committees
Grants are for projects that encourage or enable community self-reliance, capacity building and
stability, or opportunities for social, civil or cultural participation and reducing or overcoming
barriers to such participation. Note: on-line applications are now essential, with an improved
application process.
Community Facilities Fund
Funding to support building or improvements to community facilities (not incl. sports centres).
Community Sector Research
Considers applications from community organisations to carry out research and/or evaluation
projects, either independently or in partnership with a suitable provider.
WW1 Commemorations, Environment and Heritage
To promote, protect and conserve New Zealand’s natural, physical and cultural heritage, and
WW1 commemorative activities.
Significant Projects Fund
A fund to provide support to organisations undertaking major community-based capital
expenditure projects. (This fund availability needs to be confirmed each year.)
Lottery Health Research
For research into the cause, prevention and treatment of disorders affecting the health of New
Zealanders.
Marae Heritage and Facilities
To assist with capital costs of the conservation, restoration and development of Marae
facilities,
particularly wharenui, wharekai and wharepaku facilities.
Lottery Outdoor Safety
Dedicated funding for all outdoor safety activities. Distributes funds to major outdoor and
water safety groups, their affiliates and branches.
Lottery Individuals with Disabilities
For people with mobility and communication related disabilities for the purchase of vehicles,
mobility and communication equipment.
Lottery Minister’s Discretionary Fund
For individuals or groups for community projects that do not fit any of the above committees.
Includes overseas travel for educational or cultural exchanges, volunteer fire fighting, animal
welfare, art and sports projects.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND UPDATES:
For all enquiries, information sheets, closing dates and application forms:
Lottery Grants: www.communitymatters.govt.nz
email: grantsonline@dia.govt.nz
Ph. 07 839 9960 or Freephone 0800 824 824
Postal:
Community Development Group
Department of Internal Affairs
Level 2, 410 Victoria Street
Westpac House, PO Box 19 230, Hamilton
NORAH HOWELL CHARITABLE TRUST
Purpose of fund:
To support, assist or promote any recognised charitable purposes in NZ, particularly in the
Hamilton and Waikato areas. Projects funded include arts, music, social welfare organisations,
education, services for specific projects.
Closing Date: 31 March and 30 September each year
How to Apply:
Request an application form from:
Cleland Hancox Limited
Norah Howell Charitable Trust
P O Box 9495, Hamilton
Ph: (07) 838 2692
SARGOOD BEQUEST
Purpose of Fund:
The Trust makes grants to projects and activities in the children/youth, cultural, sports and
outdoors, educational and environmental areas with a focus on access, participation and
inspiration. The majority of grants are under $5000.
Closing dates: 31 December annually. Outcomes notified in April/May.
How to apply: Application form and guidelines available on website.
The Secretary
Sargood Bequest
PO Box 5546
Dunedin 9058
www.sargoodbequest.org.nz
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SKYCITY HAMILTON COMMUNITY TRUST
Purpose of fund:
Community projects that provide care, treatment or counselling, teach life-skills and provide
educational programmes or research. Projects that promote the arts, culture and
entertainment in New Zealand, including promotion, recognition and understanding of
different cultures living in New Zealand. Initiatives that improve family financial security and
wellbeing.
Closing dates: Visit the website.
How to apply: Online.
Email: hamilton@skycitycommunitytrust.org.nz
Ph: 09 363 6117
Nicola Keen-Biggelaar
Community Trust & CSR Manager
SKYCITY Hamilton Community Trust
c/- PO Box 90643
Auckland
www.skycityhamilton.co.nz/about-us/community/community-trust-grants/
THE PAGE TRUST (Hamilton)
Purpose of fund:
For charitable or educational groups within a 58 km radius of the Chief Post Office in Hamilton.
Only legally incorporated groups or organisations are eligible for funding.
Purpose for arts and culture, children, community, counselling, education, elderly, family,
health, people with disabilities, poverty, self-help and youth. Individuals, sports organisations
or service clubs are not eligible.
Closing date: Visit the website.
How to apply: For application form contact:
The Page Trust (Hamilton)
Public Trust
P O Box 429, Hamilton
Ph: 0800 371 471
Email: hamilton@publictrust.co.nz
www.publictrust.co.nz/grants-and-scholarships/how-do-i-find-one
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THE TINDALL FOUNDATION
Purpose of Fund:
Their focus lies in 6 areas – supporting families and social services, caring for our environment
and preserving biodiversity, encouraging enterprise and employment, strengthening the
community sector, promoting generosity and giving, special funds awarded at their discretion.
Closing dates: There is no closing date for applications, however you need to submit at least
4 months before you need it.
How to apply:
tindall.org.nz/apply-3/application
PO Box 33 181
Takapuna, Auckland 0740
Ph: (09) 488 0170 Email: admin@ttf@tindall.org.nz
www.tindall.org.nz
TINDALL RURAL COMMUNITY EVENT FUND
Purpose of Fund:
Targeted toward small, rural-based organisations who provide events for families, children and
their communities. It is not for commercial events. Hamilton based organisations are excluded.
Application can be up to $500 (maximum).
Opens: early December of each year
Closes: Mid-January each year
Distribution: By Mid-February each year
How to apply: Application forms available to download from website:
Community Waikato
PO Box 1367
Hamilton 3240
Ph: 07 282 0744
Email: sally@communitywaikato.org.nz
www.communitywaikato.org.nz
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THE WORKING TOGETHER MORE FUND
Purpose of Fund:
To assist community groups to make a greater difference for the people and communities they
serve, through collaborating more closely with other organisations.
Closing dates: April, July and October
How to apply:
On-line applications: www.workingtogether.org.nz/criteria-dates
Enquiries to:
Working Together More Fund - Attn: Bede Martin
PO Box 76166
Northwood, Christchurch 8548
Email: bedemartin@xtra.co.nz
Ph: 021 230 2908— Tuesday & Wednesday (10am – 5pm)
TRANSPOWER COMMUNITY CARE FUND
Purpose of Fund:
To assist those communities affected by Transpower assets and projects by investing in
community-based projects that add real value and benefit to the community as a whole. The
Fund makes one-off grants for projects in communities along the existing National Grid route,
as well as communities affected by new Transpower projects.
Closing dates: 31 January and 31 July; successful applicants notified in April and September
How to apply:
Application form can be downloaded from Transpower’s website—Community Initiatives page.
Transpower Community Care Fund
Corporate Affairs, Transpower NZ Ltd
PO Box 1021, Wellington 6140
Ph: (04) 590 7005
Email: communitycare@transpower.co.nz
www.transpower.co.nz/apply-communitycare-fund
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TRUST WAIKATO
Purpose of Fund:
Trust Waikato donates money to community organisations and projects that benefit of people
in our region. These may include those involved with arts, environmental initiatives, social
services, culture, preservation of history, sports, education, recreational activities and youth.
Multi-year funding is available.
Closing dates: 2017 dates will be announced December 2016 on the below website.
How to apply:
Online forms available from their website.
Trust Waikato
P O Box 391, Hamilton 3240
Ph: 07 838 2660 - 0800 436 628
Email: twinfo@trustwaikato.co.nz
www.trustwaikato.co.nz/How-to-apply/Application-Process
WAIPA NETWORKS SPONSORSHIP
Waipa Networks sponsors several local organisations and activities. They can on occasion
sponsor smaller, one off events or causes that include community, education, sport, arts and
culture, or the environment. If you have a suitable project within the Waipa area you would
like considered for sponsorship, check their website for details and an application form.
Closing date: Apply anytime.
Contact:
Email via their website reply form.
Ph: 07 872 0745 / 827 4014
www.waipanetworks.co.nz
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OTHER SUPPORT — PRODUCTS/DISCOUNTS
BP SPONSORSHIP
Purpose of Fund:
BP sponsors many community programmes. If you wish to seek sponsorship your group will
need to fit under one of the following criteria: Education, Enterprise or Innovation, Leadership.
Due to the level of applications they are unable to support individuals, sporting teams or
organisations with a political agenda.
How to Apply:
Go to their website to complete an online application request form.
www.bp.com
NEW ZEALAND POST – COMMUNITY POST
Purpose of Fund:
Non-profit community groups can apply for postage-included envelopes and Marketing Data
Services for use with projects and activities that align with their community investment
themes. Full criteria and eligibility included on website.
Closing date: 31 August each year
How to apply:
Application forms available to download from www.nzpost.co.nz under ‘About Us’ Sponsorship,
from 1st August, or register early interest on their website.
For more information contact:
Email: communitypost@nzpost.co.nz
www.nzpost.co.nz
TECHSOUP NEW ZEALAND
Purpose of Fund:
The Techsoup programme is designed to be a simple way for charitable organisations to access
the technology and expertise they need to do their work. Techsoup has partnered with
Microsoft and other leading technology providers worldwide to offer a wide variety of
software. They also offer refurbished computer systems at a discount.
How to apply:
Organisations must register online so eligibility can be confirmed. Always open for
application.
Contact details:
Ph: Auckland 09 887 0291
www.techsoup.net.nz
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ENVIRONMENTAL & HERITAGE PROJECT FUNDING
WAIKATO COMMUNITY CONSERVATION FUND
Purpose of Fund:
The fund will assist community groups to undertake the following projects or activities:
Protection, enhancement or restoration of native species, habitats or natural features
Improving recreational opportunities or historic heritage to increase public enjoyment
of an area
increased public understanding of, and involvement in, conservation through education,
interpretation or public information
Facilitation or administration costs of establishing a group, governance or training of
members to help achieve conservation outcomes.
The amount allocated at any one time to an applicant will not exceed $5,000.
Closing date: Nominations are invited for the next term beginning 1 April 2017
How to apply:
Criteria and application available to download:
www.doc.govt.nz
The web page also has a funding database of other conservation funders.
MINISTRY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Various funding sources for sustainable management, waste minimisation, fresh water
clean-up, contaminated site remediation, environmental legal assistance.
Closing dates: Check website for recent updates on the different funds.
Email: cef@mfe.govt.nz
Ph: 0800 499 700
www.mfe.govt.nz/more/funding/sources-funding
Includes Community Environment Fund (CEF).
www.mfe.govt.nz/more/funding/community-environment-fund
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RON GREENWOOD ENVIRONMENTAL TRUST
To assist preservation and protection of the natural environment of New Zealand by
community based, non-profit groups. Conservation, environment projects and activities
funded. Most costs/expenses are eligible.
Closing date: Written applications accepted throughout the year.
Contact:
Warwick Greenwood, Managing Trustee
The Ron D & E A Greenwood Environmental Trust
C/- Environment Trust, P O Box 10359 , Wellington
(No website available)
WAIKATO CATCHMENT ECOLOGICAL ENHANCEMENT TRUST
The Trust assists organisations, agencies and individuals with projects which foster and
enhance the sustainable management of ecological resources in the Lake Taupo and Waikato
River Catchments.
Closing date: 30 March annually.
Application form on website: www.wceet.org.nz/funding
Contact:
Waikato Catchment Ecological Enhancement Trust
P O Box 445, Hamilton
Ph: 0800 246 348
Email: enquiries@wceet.org.nz or use online message form.
www.wceet.org.nz/funding
The Waipa District Council Heritage Fund can be found on page 5 and the Waste Minimisation
Fund can be found on page 6.
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FUNDING INFORMATION SERVICE
The Funding Information Service is New Zealand’s primary source of information about funding
for voluntary organisations and individuals in the community. Funding information is collected
from more than 600 different funder organisations and placed into several funding information
databases.
FUNDVIEW
‘Fundview’ is a computer database of information about sources of funding for community
groups. The user is able to search the database with specific details of their project. The
database lists all funding agencies that fit your criteria and gives information on closing dates,
funds available and how to apply. This allows groups to apply to the funding organisations
that are most likely to consider their application. This is a subscriber paid website, although
various outlets offer free access to it.
In the Waipa District, Fundview access is available at:
Cambridge Public Library – 23 Wilson St, ph. 823 3838
Te Awamutu Public Library – 157 Roche St, ph. 872 0055
Access to Fundview at these outlets is free, but most providers charge for printing out the
information.
BREAKOUT
‘Breakout’ is a database specifically for individuals / students wanting information on awards,
scholarships and grants to assist with studies. While this database does not have an access
point in the Waipa district, it is available to use (free to Hamilton library card holders) at the
Hamilton City Library Garden Place, Hamilton. You will also have to pay a charge for any
printouts you require.
CORPORATE CITIZENS
A database that holds details of New Zealand businesses that are committed to building
relationships with community and voluntary organisations. Access at Hamilton Library.
SPORTS FUNDING
Funding Information Service has a sports funding database accessible through the SPORT NZ
Website www.sportnz.org.nz, under ‘Get into Sport’ - Funding link.
CULTURAL FUNDING
An on-line directory for those seeking funding for arts and cultural projects.
www.mch.govt.nz/funding-nz-culture
For more information about all the databases offered by the Funding Information Services
contact:
Funding Information Services
P O Box 1521, Wellington
Ph: (04) 471 8900
E-mail: info@fis.org.nz Website: www.generosity.org.nz
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FUNDING – WHERE TO START AND WHAT TO KNOW
WHERE TO GO TO FIND OUT ABOUT FUNDING?
Fundview and other databases
Computer databases of funding agencies throughout New Zealand.
See Funding Information Service section (previous page).
The biennial Waikato Community Funding Expo 2017 is held in February at Hamilton Gardens
Pavilion. There will be displays with funders on hand to answer your queries, and a series of
free workshops running throughout the day.
Waikato Regional Funding Workshops
www.communitywaikato.org.nz/Services/CommunityWaikato Email:
cwinfo@communitywaikato.org.nz
Ph: 07 838 1583.
Local newspapers
Many funding agencies and local service groups advertise their community funding rounds in
the local newspapers. Keep your eye on the Public Notices and general advertisements in
your community.
Personal assistance to community group’s Grants Officers
Daytime meetings can be arranged with Waipa District Council’s Engagement Coordinator to
talk through your funding requirements and suggest funders to suit your needs. Contact details
page 1.
FIRST PRIORITY – PLAN YOUR GROUP’S FUNDRAISING WELL AHEAD!
Funding agencies have set dates to consider funding applications – sometimes only
once a year. Have a diary of when the closing dates are, (and a reminder one month
prior), for every grant your group is eligible to apply for to ensure your application isn’t
a last minute rushed effort. Retrospective grant requests are ineligible.
Gather information on suitable funders you need to approach for your funding – most
will have a website where there is usually a lot of additional information to check your
eligibility and assist your application.
ESTABLISH YOUR FUNDING REQUIREMENTS
Identify suitable funders to your needs
List the specific items/projects you need funding for. Match your ‘wish list’ with the
funders you are eligible to apply to for that item/project, and take note of the
application closing dates against your timeframe for needing the funds.
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Set goals
If your committee has developed a plan to complete the work for a specific project, this
shows the funder you have thought the project through and are more likely to finish the
project.
List your resources available
People/labour donated, working bees, funds on hand, donated goods, all add towards
your ‘income’ towards a project. Outlining these in your funding application shows the
funder your willingness to contribute to the project costs. Many funding agencies
expect you to contribute a portion of the cost towards your project.
GETTING ORGANISED
Consider allocating the task of completing funding applications to one person so they
will become familiar with the processes and information required.
The best funding advice is to keep a GRANTS FOLDER in which you should keep copies of
all information usually required to accompany an application form.
(See page 23 ‘What information do you need to complete a Funding Application?’)
Some funders, like the gaming machine trusts, require that you have a resolution to
seek funding from them in the Minutes of committee meetings. Make sure you note
your intention to raise funds in the Minutes.
Keep a file of news clippings, letters of support, flyers of previous events or projects, to
show your potential funder what your group has had success achieving. Copy onto A4
paper.
Keep in your grants folder photocopies of application forms from previous years to help
you fill out subsequent applications.
Keep a list of the results of applications sent – successful or unsuccessful. It will
provide a good record to fill in subsequent applications when previous grants need to
be listed, and allow you to mark off when grant accountability forms have been
returned.
Remember – you may not always be the person applying for your group’s funding.
The more organised are your records, the easier it will be for the next person to take up
the task.
APPLICATION FORMS
Check the Application Criteria carefully
Make sure the funder you are approaching will consider the purpose for your request so
that you don’t waste your effort applying for funding which their criteria does not
support. Phone them to check if you are unsure – one phone call can save so much
time!
If a funders application criteria will support administration/running expenses only, ask
for funding to assist with these costs, and save your on-hand funds for that specific
project or event your club is undertaking that is harder to raise funds for, like travel.
Draft your application
It pays to do a draft application and have someone else look at it first, before you write
the final application. Also keep a copy of the completed application form sent in.
This is important if the funder contacts you with a query and you can’t remember what
was written on the form.
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Filling in the application
Use the LEGAL name for your organisation – that which is on your bank statement and
legal documents. Put your commonly-known name in brackets following it, if
applicable. Successful grants may be paid only to the legal group name and bank
account name.
Write clearly, or have someone with neat handwriting fill in the final copy. Complete
on-line if this is an available option.
Funders want BRIEF, clear answers to their questions. ‘What – How –When’ for your
project description, and ‘Why’ for the benefits or the proposed project/service. Bullet
points are quite acceptable. Remember, funders have to read through many
applications and long explanations often hide the true intent of the answer.
Be positive in presenting your organisation and funding request — imagine your
application is like a CV for a job you really want to get, and ‘sell’ your organisation and
your funding need.
Many funders will be judging applications on the ‘Outcomes’ of the project/event; what
will make a difference to the community. Let them know how good you are.
Do not leave blank spaces. Always answer every question: if the question is not
applicable – say so. Funders with hundreds of applications to review may put your
application in the ‘incomplete’ or ineligible pile if questions appear to have been
overlooked or not answered.
Never print in the answer space “See attached”. The signed application is a legal
document so you must state a brief answer to all questions in the space provided, then
you can refer to an attached item for more detailed information.
Use BLACK pen if possible. It photocopies clearer when multiple copies of the original
application are produced for the funding allocation committee.
Remember that highlighter pens do not show up when your application is photocopied,
so underline or asterisk information on supporting documentation that you want noted
by the funding allocation committee.
Don’t over-inflate your budget to receive more funds (funders have a fair idea of actual
costs), but also don’t underestimate project costs and end up with a shortfall.
Always check your additions in your project budget figures.
Always note on your financial records if Accumulated Funds are tagged for specific
purposes, like a new building fund, annual conference/tournament etc.
Make sure you only send relevant attachments with your application form, keeping in
mind they may need to be photocopied for distribution to members of funding
committees. Excess papers will be discarded.
Do not send your application in a fancy folder or cover, or tabbed with dividers. These
will be removed. Just present your application as simply as you can for easier
photocopying.
When forms ask for contact numbers during the day, make sure the contact persons are
likely to be available. Most funders are calling from work and if they can have their
query answered over the phone, it speeds up the process and may work to your
advantage. If they can’t get hold of the contact person named after several tries, the
application may be labelled ineligible and not considered for funding.
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Ask for help
If you have any questions when you are filling out an application form, always ring the
contact person from the funder organisation. They are keen to offer help and answer
questions. Quite often a quick phone call or email will save incorrect applications being
sent in and the contact person may have some helpful tips for your application.
Using grants
Some funders require that you will need to return grants if they are not used within a
specific time. You will need to ensure you can raise adequate funds to meet the total
project cost within the period before unspent grants must be returned. However if you
are close to your goal, adviser your funder and request a time extension.
Most grants are given for a specific purpose and should not be spent on another
purpose. Contact the funder if your original project/expense does not proceed—some
funders may allow you to spend the funds on another similar project they approve, but
some may require return of funds.
Best practice
Show appreciation, send letters/photos of thanks and give acknowledgement of their
funding support in your newsletters and annual reports.
Keep funders and sponsors informed on the progress of an ongoing project. By
keeping a good relationship with funders/sponsors, asking for more funding should be
easier next time.
Don’t forget to return your accountability statements, if required. If you forget, it may
make your group ineligible for further funding.
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WHAT INFORMATION DO YOU NEED TO COMPLETE
A FUNDING APPLICATION?
There are a number of documents and specific information generally required for a funding
application. It is suggested this information is filed into your Grants folder, so it is readily
available if and when required. You probably won’t need it all for some applications – just
be prepared in case you do.
Profile or summary of your organisation, printed on letterhead: your purpose/activity/
services, your history and how long you have been established, your membership
numbers, your trustees names, your future plans or goals.
Your group’s LEGAL name (on bank account); add commonly-used name in brackets on
an application form, if applicable.
Type of group – charitable trust, non-profit body, incorporated society
Charities Commission registration number, if you have one
Copy of evidence of group’s affiliation to recognised national or regional body
GST number, if applicable
Pre-printed bank deposit slip, or stamped and verified bank deposit slip for payment of
successful grants
Copy of latest bank statement or account summary of your group’s accounts
Financial documents such as Income and Expenditure Statement for the last 12 months
certified as correct by group’s Executive, and/or verified Annual Accounts
Cost breakdown (proposed budget) of your project/expenses
Two or three competitive quotes for a purchase or service to be funded, or a written
explanation if several are not available
Sources of other funding for this project, and what funding is already raised
Resolution to apply for funding, particularly for gaming trust applications – sometimes
required on letterhead or included in group’s Minutes of Meeting and approved in next
following meeting’s Minutes.
Signatures of Secretary and other Executive members – President or Treasurer
Contact details of Referees (usually two) and Auditor.
Other supporting material can be useful such as news clippings of your intent to raise
funds, or letters of support from recognised groups/people. This is very helpful if you
are a new group.
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GETTING IT RIGHT!
FUNDRAISING & EVENT REQUIREMENTS BY WAIPA DISTRICT COUNCIL
There are some obligations to be undertaken if your group is considering fundraising by selling
raffle tickets or goods, or running an event in a public place. Please contact Council’s
Customer
Support staff who will advise and help you through any processes that need to be undertaken.
Street Stalls are for non-profit organisations selling raffle tickets or holding cake stalls. Some
commercial areas in the townships are classed as ‘restricted’ areas and you will need to gain a
street stall permit if you are considering setting up a stall. Customer Support staff will check
availability of the date (only two organisations on any one day may have a stall in the same
town). If all is in order they will issue a permit (there is no charge for this). The shop owner
outside whose premises the stall will be held will need to give their permission. In Cambridge
the pre-approved site is outside the BNZ and no further permission is required from the bank.
Note: there are areas ‘prohibited’ from stalls or trading, generally around state highways.
Please discuss with Customer Support staff.
‘Wholesale Stalls’, i.e. stalls that benefit the person conducting the sales for personal profit, are
not authorised.
Raffles – Raffles and lotteries with a prize over $5,000 need a licence from the Department of
Internal Affairs, under the Gaming and Lotteries Act. Customer Support staff have licence
forms available for completion and posting to DIA. Once approval is granted a stall permit will
be required if you are selling tickets from a street stall - see above.
Sausage sizzles or BBQ’s held on an occasional basis in a public place by a recognised charitable
organisation are permitted, provided some criteria are followed. This includes being issued
with a stall permit through Customer Support staff, and adhering to food handling, storage and
hygiene standard guidelines. An information sheet outlining these requirements is provided
with the stall permit.
Community events
First you will need to complete an Event Application Form which gathers details about your
planned activity or event and allows council staff to determine what approvals you may
require. These are available from council’s website www.waipadc.govt.nz under ‘Our
District/Organising an Event’ or from council offices.
Parks and reserves bookings – all enquiries and bookings for events, fairs, displays and
fundraisers to be held on public parks or reserves are to be approved through Council.
Requests will be processed as part of your event application approval and you will be advised if
the park/grounds are available, if any current lessee (i.e. sports club holding a lease on the
park) approval is required, and advice given on ‘ground rules’ for the venue. In general,
commercial displays are not allowed on public parks.
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Signage—Regulated size and location of signs advertising your event are permitted by council.
This will be discussed during the event approval process. Unapproved roadside signage will
be removed.
Planning—Large events may require a Resource Consent if traffic management, noise, hours of
activity, sanitation requirements, etc. need to be considered. The council’s Planners can advise
if consent is necessary for your event as part of the event approval process. As there are
costs and a period of time involved in obtaining this, check early.
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USEFUL WEBSITES AND INFORMATION
GENERAL
Charities Commission
www.charities.govt.nz
A website to inform about charitable organisations and their responsibilities, including charity
registration application forms. Check the FAQ for a good overview.
Ph: 0508 CHARITIES (0508 242 748) Email: info@charities.govt.nz
COGS and Lottery Online
www.communitymatters.govt.nz
Information on Community Development - Department of Internal Affairs. Updated
information sheets and guidelines for those seeking funding, and closing dates for applications.
On-line grants application forms for COGS and Lottery.
CommunityNet Aotearoa
www.community.net.nz
Information about running a group, funding, promoting your group, volunteers – as well as lots
of other interesting information. Excellent online publication ‘Community Resource Kit’ for help
to set up your organisation.
Community Connect
www.communityconnect.co.nz
A website by TrustPower to share information and support for community groups. Check out
the ‘Resources’ tab too. Includes fundraising ideas, training and support, promoting your event,
networking.
Inland Revenue Department
www.ird.govt.nz
‘Charitable Organisations and Donee organisations’ A useful guide on your tax obligations,
available at no cost, or available on website - type in ‘ IR255’ in the Search box. Also ‘Tax
Information for charities registered under the Charities Act 2005’ —IR256 is accessible via
Search box
Social Development Partners
www.socialdevelopment.org.nz
Links to several other community assistance websites.
See ‘Resources’ - useful for medium to larger groups.
Community Waikato
www.communitieswaikato.org.nz
An organisation to support, strengthen and advocate for community-based social service
groups. Offers workshops and training, scholarships for those studying in the sector – check
their website to see what is currently on offer, or ask if their Advisors can assist your group.
Useful links on setting up an organisation, planning, funding workshops.
Puke Rangiora House
33 Victoria Street
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P O Box 1367, Hamilton 3240
Phone: 07 838 1583
Email: cwinfo@communitywaikato.org.nz or use their online email form
Societies and Trusts
www.societies.govt.nz
NZ Government Companies Office website where you can register on-line as an incorporated
society or charitable trust, or check your or other charitable organisations details. You can find
a lot of useful information about being an incorporated society, download incorporated society
forms, and much more.
Trust Waikato
www.trustwaikato.co.nz
‘The Grant Seekers Guide to successful funding applications’
A detailed step-by-step guide to assist groups in submitting funding applications. Download
from their website from ‘Useful downloads & Info’ button. Also read their latest interesting
Newsletter.
Trust Cottage
Trust Waikato
2 London Street
PO Box 391
Hamilton
Ph: 0800 436 628
Email: twinfo@trustwaikato.co.nz or via their online contact form.
FUNDRAISING IDEAS
SPORTS
Sport Waikato
While they cannot provide funding for groups, Sport Waikato have staff who can assist sports
clubs in assessing and improving their club structure and management, volunteer recruitment
and selection - and more.
Waipa District Coordinator
Duke Street (behind BNZ), Cambridge
Local office also in Te Awamutu – phone for appointment
Ph: 07 858 5388 027 475 7747
Email: waipadc@sportwaikato.org.nz
www.sportwaikato.org.nz
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Exult
www.exult.co.nz
Provides practical training and support to community groups right throughout New Zealand.
Great help to fundraisers—seminars, networking, local fundraising directory, ideas you can use.
Lots of free resources, or sign on for their magazine. Excellent resource.
Fundraising ideas
Websites can offer a variety of fresh fundraising ideas. Search online with terms such as
fundraising ideas on New Zealand sites or check others overseas for ‘new’ ideas, such as
www.stepbystepfundraising.com.
ARTS AND HERITAGE
Creative Waikato
This organisation will offer lots of assistance to existing arts groups, and those still growing.
Check out their website and see what is happening around our region!
Ph: 0508 427 892
131 Alexandra Street,
Hamilton
Email: hello@creativewaikato.co.nz
www.creativewaikato.co.nz
Creative New Zealand
National arts development organisation. See links to ‘Getting Funded’ , the ‘Creative
Communities Scheme’ and their ‘Quick Response’ for nationally distributed projects. In
addition to the ‘Creative Communities Scheme’ (more on page 6 this publication), there are
other funds available for a variety of arts and cultural purposes. See the website for full
details, criteria and closing dates. Also the place to find the Waipa Creative Communities logo,
to acknowledge any funding received.
www.creativenz.govt.nz
Ministry for Culture and Heritage
www.mch.govt.nz
On-line database of funding sources available on this website. Complete online catalogue of
major cultural sector awards, scholarships and residencies; nationally available to NZ artists and
cultural workers.
P O Box 5364,
Wellington 6145
Ph: 04 499 4229
Email: info@mch.govt.nz
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